Location: New York,NY, USA
Job Description
Bridge Operator 01
THIS IS A LIST CALL REQUEST.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION APPLICANT MUST HAVE FILED FOR BRIDGE OPERATOR EXAM #4021, AND BE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST. PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED.
Operates machinery to open and close movable bridges. Inspects and makes routine repairs to electrical and mechanical equipment. Assists in the cleaning of roadways, bridge houses, and engine rooms. Keeps records and makes reports of accidents and bridge openings; employees may be assigned to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Performs related duties.
Hours: 7:00am 3:00 pm lunch hour
Location: 345 East 59th Street
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. At the time of appointment, candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Drivers license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.
Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method.
For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 637820
For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 637820
Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
1. For appointment to Assignment level I
A. One year of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges; or
B. One full year of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field.
2. For appointment to Assignment Level II
Two years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges.
3. For appointment to Assignment Level III
A. Two years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level II; or
B. Three years of full-time satisfactory mechanical or electrical experience in the operation, maintenance and/or repair of one or a combination of the following: industrial equipment, construction equipment, or movable bridges. Up to two years of technical education in the electrical or mechanical field can substitute for up to two years of experience.
4. For appointment to Assignment Level IV
Three years of experience working for NYC as a Bridge Operator, including at least one year as a Bridge Operator Assignment Level III.
License Requirement
At the time of appointment candidates must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. Such license must be maintained for the duration of employment and cannot include any restriction that would preclude performing Bridge Operator work.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.